“Stunning” - JancisRobinson.com, 17.5 points

“This translucent, weightless Chianti Classico is a real beauty.“ - Vinous, 92 points

“This is one of the most original wines from the appellation.” - The Wine Advocate, 94 points

Such a beautiful expression of Radda Chianti, the happy union of a great site, a great winemaker and a great vintage. It’s not a deep, impenetrable colour, it’s almost translucent and comes across as quite delicate in character, as per the ‘house style’ at Tenuta di Carleone, but the tannins are like cashmere and the aromas and flavours are wonderfully authentic Sangiovese without being ostentatious. Don’t mistake it for a fragile Chianti, just because it isn’t impenetrably dark, it doesn’t want for concentration, it’s just light on its feet. 13.5% alc. Drink now-2032.

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Press reviews:

Jancis Robinson MW: “So appetising and beautifully balanced with lots of oomph.“ 17.5 points

JancisRobinson.com: “Just mid ruby. A stunning minerally, savoury nose with hints of liquorice root. Sleek, tangy cherry fruit on the palate and richly tannic, yet finely balanced and long. Drink now-2033.” 17.5 points

The Wine Advocate: “This is one of the most original wines from the appellation. The Tenuta di Carleone 2022 Chianti Classico sees partial whole-cluster fruit and up to three months of extended fermentation. The wine opens to a medium-garnet colour with a shiny element to its appearance. The bouquet is similarly bright and punchy with lots of tart red and blue fruits. This wine is extremely giving and bright at the moment. Drink now-2032.” 94 points

Decanter: “Overreaching its annata categorisation, the estate’s single Chianti Classico bottling showcases Sangiovese in purezza. It captures the freshness and clarity of the cool, forested heights even in this hot, arid vintage. Beyond the glorious perfumes of cardamom, juniper and orange zest, the palate is where this really shines. Midweight with a redcurrant, raspberry crunch and tangy mineral depths. Chalky tannins are long and layered, clinging firmly in all the right places and lending ample textural drama. It rings out with energy and agility. Drink now-2031.” 93 points

Vinous: “The 2022 Chianti Classico is gracious, elegant and polished, as these wines so often are. Crushed flowers, herbs, mint, pine and light citrus overtones exalt the natural brightness of Sangiovese. This translucent, weightless Chianti Classico is a real beauty. Drink now-2036.“ 92 points